Taxi at Strasbourg train station: rank, fares and chauffeur alternative
At Strasbourg TGV station, a taxi rank sits at the main exit on the Place de la Gare side. A ride to the city centre typically costs €7 to €12 during the day. FJ13 offers a chauffeur-service alternative (VTC, France's licensed private-hire category) with a name board welcome at the platform, a fixed fare quoted upfront and 24/7 reservation, suited to late-night arrivals, business travellers and groups.
The taxi rank at Strasbourg TGV station
Strasbourg central station, located on Place de la Gare at the heart of the city, is a major TGV hub serving Paris (1h50), Lyon, Marseille, Brussels, Frankfurt, Karlsruhe and Basel. It welcomes more than 60,000 travellers every day.
The official taxi rank is at the main exit, on the Place de la Gare side (central exit). Taxis are usually waiting there, especially at peak-hour TGV arrivals (morning 7 am to 9 am, end of day 5 pm to 8 pm). For late arrivals (after 10 pm) or quiet Sunday mornings, the rank can be temporarily empty.
A second taxi rank exists on the south side (Place du Quartier-Blanc exit), generally less busy but convenient for travellers leaving through the rear of the station.
Please note: FJ13 vehicles are not allowed to wait at the taxi rank (reserved for taxis holding a Strasbourg ADS licence). FJ13 pickup takes place at the meeting point agreed at booking: the drop-off zone on Place de la Gare, the station's underground car park, or directly at the arrival platform for a name board welcome.
Strasbourg station taxi fares 2026 (indicative)
A taxi ride from the TGV station to common destinations in Strasbourg is charged according to the Bas-Rhin prefectural fare grid:
- Station - city centre (Petite France, Cathedral, Place Kléber): around €7 to €12 during the day. A minimum fare of €7.30 applies if the meter shows less.
- Station - European district (Wacken, Parliament, Council of Europe): around €10 to €15.
- Station - Entzheim airport: around €30 to €38 by day (15 km, rate C).
- Station - Schiltigheim, Bischheim, Ostwald, Lingolsheim: around €12 to €20.
- Station - Illkirch-Graffenstaden, Hautepierre: around €15 to €22.
- Station - civil hospital, NHC Hautepierre: around €10 to €15.
- Night or Sunday ride: rate B surcharge (around 50 percent).
Fares are metered, so the total is only known on arrival. For the exact official 2026 grid, see the Bas-Rhin prefectural decree or the notice displayed inside the taxi.
FJ13 alternative: name board welcome at the platform and fixed fare
FJ13 offers a chauffeur alternative particularly suited to TGV arrivals in Strasbourg:
Name board welcome at the arrival platform. On request at booking, the chauffeur waits on the arrival platform with a board showing the passenger's name (or a discreet mission name if you prefer). Particularly useful for international clients and groups.
Fixed fare quoted upfront. No meter, no overrun: instant online estimate on FJ13.fr.
Train schedule monitoring. If your TGV is delayed, the pickup time is adjusted. Waiting is free at the station if the train number is provided.
Booking 24/7 on FJ13.fr, by phone +33 3 74 47 26 67, by email contact@FJ13.fr or via WhatsApp.
Vehicle category of your choice. Sedan, business sedan or van (up to 7 passengers per vehicle; larger groups travel in several vehicles). The vehicle is assigned subject to availability within the chosen category.
full chauffeur page for Strasbourg train station.
For a late arrival or a last-minute train change, FJ13 also provides a chauffeur available as you step off the TGV.
Typical use cases for a chauffeur at Strasbourg train station
Business traveller arriving by TGV from Paris. TGV inOui Paris - Strasbourg in 1h50, arriving at 8 am or 6 pm. Name board welcome at the platform, drop-off at the hotel or office. A quiet vehicle to finish a file on the way.
Executive returning late from a mission. TGV arriving at 11:45 pm. The taxi rank may be empty and the wait unpredictable. A ride booked in advance with FJ13 waits on the platform and drops you off at home.
Family with luggage. Holiday TGV arrival with suitcases and a pushchair. A van (up to 7 passengers plus luggage) is more comfortable than a standard taxi. Book in advance with a name board welcome at the platform.
Institutional delegation for the European Parliament. Several people arriving by TGV for a plenary session. FJ13 assigns the required vehicles (up to 7 passengers per vehicle), coordinates the name board welcome and drops the delegation at the Parliament.
English-speaking international tourists. TGV arrival from Paris or Frankfurt. FJ13 can assign an English-speaking chauffeur, subject to availability, gives a few tips on Strasbourg on the way and drops you off at the hotel.
Wedding or event. Guests arriving by TGV for a ceremony in Strasbourg. Business sedan on request, van for groups, coordination with TGV timetables.
Once out of the station, the same chauffeur can help you get around Strasbourg with a private chauffeur throughout your stay.
Frequently asked questions
Is there always a taxi available at Strasbourg train station?
At peak hours (morning and end-of-day TGV arrivals), usually yes: taxis wait at the rank on the Place de la Gare side. During off-peak hours (midday, Sunday morning) or after 10 pm, the rank can be temporarily empty and you have to call a dispatch centre or wait. With FJ13, pickup is planned in advance.
How much is a taxi from the station to Strasbourg city centre?
A taxi ride from the TGV station to the city centre (Petite France, Cathedral, Place Kléber) costs around €7 to €12 on the meter during the day. The €7.30 minimum taxi fare applies if the meter shows less. At night or on Sundays, rate B applies (around 50% more). FJ13 offers a private chauffeur at a fixed fare quoted upfront.
Can the chauffeur meet me with a name board on the platform in Strasbourg?
Yes. FJ13 offers a name board welcome on the TGV arrival platform. The chauffeur waits at the platform exit with a board showing the passenger's name (or a discreet mission name if you prefer). Request it at booking. This option is not available with standard taxis.
Can taxis stop at the drop-off zone of Strasbourg station?
A taxi can stop at the drop-off zone to drop or collect a client, but it has its own reserved parking at the taxi rank on the Place de la Gare side. FJ13 uses the drop-off zone or the underground car park for pickup, for the time needed to welcome the passenger.
How do I book a chauffeur for Strasbourg train station?
Book online on FJ13.fr (instant fixed-fare estimate, confirmation by email), by phone +33 3 74 47 26 67 (24/7), by email contact@FJ13.fr or via WhatsApp. Provide your TGV number so we can follow the train schedule and adjust the pickup in case of delay. For a specific category (business sedan, van) at peak hours, book several hours ahead.
Does the chauffeur track TGV delays?
Yes. FJ13 follows your train schedule as soon as the TGV number is provided at booking. The pickup time is adjusted in case of delay, and waiting is free at the station if the train number is provided.
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